PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: released for 5138 posts. Check eligibility, age limit, stipend, selection process, and apply online before 24 February 2026.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released an official notification for Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2025-26. A total of 5138 Apprentice vacancies are available across India. Eligible graduates can apply online from 08 February 2026 to 24 February 2026 through the BFSI SSC portal.
PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Advertisement Number | HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26 |
| Total Posts | 5138 |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Job Opening Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | pnb.bank.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Apprentice | 5138 |
Eligibility, Education Qualification, Experience
Educational Qualification:
- Candidate must possess a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Graduation result must be declared on or before 31 December 2025.
- Candidates applying for a particular State/UT must be proficient in the local language of that State/UT.
Experience Requirement:
- Candidates must not have undergone any apprenticeship earlier.
- Candidates having one year or more job/training experience after graduation are not eligible.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Widows/Divorced Women: As per notification (up to 40 years depending on category)
Salary (Stipend)
| Branch Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300 |
| Metro | ₹15,000 |
No other allowances or benefits will be paid.
Application Fees
| Category | Total Fee (Including GST) |
|---|---|
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender | ₹236 |
Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 |
| Tentative Online Exam Date | 1st Week of March 2026 |
Selection Process & Syllabus
Selection Process:
- Online Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Local Language Test
- Medical Examination
Online Exam Pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam duration: 60 minutes
How to Apply?
- Visit the official BFSI SSC website
- Register for PNB Apprenticeship Program 2025-26
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the application and take printout for reference
No hard copy is required to be sent.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Punjab National Bank website |
| Apply Online | bfsissc.com |
| Official Website | pnb.bank.in |
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official online portal. Read the full notification carefully before applying. Punjab National Bank will not be responsible for incomplete or incorrect applications.
